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CASC Announcements
Activism in Detroit
CASC and Semester in Detroit are partnering together to bring you "Activism in Detroit." If you are interested in learning more about Detroit, come join students from across U-M as we engage with the city through dialogue with community members and activists, explore city businesses and organizations on a walking tour, eat delicious, locally catered food, and use the new Connector shuttle between Detroit and U-M. Learn more and sign up for the trip.
When: October 17, 9:15 AM - 5 PM
Where: Detroit
DECLARE Retreat
CASC is excited to launch the DECLARE retreat this semester! DECLARE is a day and half retreat that will allow you to dive deeply into thinking about your identities, your social justice work, and how you can work to implement change. The retreat is open to all declared CASC minors, and students who have met with a CASC advisor and plan to declare the minor. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until spots are filled. Please complete the DECLARE application form here
When: November 8, 9:30 AM - 5 PM, November 9, 10 AM - 1 PM
Where: Trotter Multicultural Center
MSW Info Sessions
CASC is hosting a number of info sessions for students considering applying to the University of Michigan School of Social Work through the Preferred Admissions program. Please see a full
calendar of MSW-related events here.
Senior Audits
CASC has moved to an online auditing system. You should complete your major degree audit before you complete your minor degree audit. Please complete this form to help us complete your minor audit release. If you would like to discuss your senior audit with an academic advisor, or if you have questions about this process, please email Joe at [email protected].
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Announcements
Global Service Trip with FriendsUM
"Salute to Latinas"
Join Delta Tau Lambda Sorority, Inc. for, " Salute to Latinas: Fuerza de la Mujer- Unified Beyond the Shadows." This is a time to honor women of color who are recognized for their efforts in the community. They will have speakers, a poetry section, an interactive display, tributes, and awards. This event is free and food will be provided. They will also be drawing a winner for the Michigan Gear raffle contest during the night. When: October 16, 8 PM
Where: Michigan League Ballroom
U-M School of Information Info Sessions
UMSI creates and shares knowledge so people will use information, with technology, to build a better world. Students interested in a graduate degree can receive a Ph.D. in Information, a Master of Science in Information, or a Master of Health in Informatics. There are many job opportunities for UMSI students. RSVP and learn more about the agenda for both info sessions.
When: October 16, 5:30-7:45 PM and October 18, 1:30-5 PM
Where: Palmer Commons
U-M School of Education Open House
U-M SOE is hosting an open house for prospective graduate students to advance their career in education. Programs include teaching, developing curricula, policy, and administration, among others. Faculty, staff, and current students will be available to share program and admissions information with undergraduate and graduate students. Register and learn more about their programs.
When: October 16, 6-8 PM
Where: School of Education, Prechter Lab, room 2202
Alternative Spring Break Mass Meeting
U-M Alternative Spring Break is a service-learning organization that engages students in week-long service learning trips all around the country. Students learn about social issues, interact with new communities, and form lifelong friendships. Attend the mass meeting to learn more about ASB. Apply for a trip.
When: October 16, 7-8 PM
Where: East Hall, room 4448
New Work New Culture Conference
At the "New Work New Culture" conference, several hundred activists, organizers, theorists, farmers, culture creators, builders, inventors and entrepreneurs will meet to exchange ideas and experiences. Practitioners and theorists will come together in "WORTHshops" to discuss education, energy production, food production and distribution, recreation, sports and entertainment, additive manufacturing using fabricators, community land trusts and other topics. Several cultural events will be part of the program. Learn more about the conference, applying, and available scholarships.
When: October 18-20
Where: Detroit
Intersecting Faith and Social Justice
Join the U-M School of Social Work and Student Union as they present, "' What's Faith Got to do With It?': Navigating Personal Faith, Social Service, and the University." This interfaith panel discussion will explore the intersection of faith and socially just practice. Panelists will share how their spiritual traditions and beliefs inspire their work. Dinner provided. RSVP for the event. When: October 22, 4-6 PM
Where: School of Social Work, ECC (1840)
Education in Detroit Panel
All are welcome to attend a panel event, " The Future of Education in Detroit." The Education Policy Initiative has invited three key Detroit education leaders to discuss the reforms to the K-12 education within the economic, social, and historical context of Detroit. Learn more about the event. When: October 23, 4-5:30 PMWhere: School of Education, Prechter Lab, room 2202
Faith Communities Panel Event
Join various faith communities as they talk about working for justice, healing, and restoration. The discussion will address how religious organizations in Washtenaw County are responding to crime, those harmed by crime, and society's reaction to crime. Learn more about the event, including speakers and an agenda for the evening.
When: October 23, 6:30-9 PM
Where: Community Church of God, 565 Jefferson St. Ypsilanti, 48197
Undergraduate Diversity Scholars Network
The Undergraduate Diversity Scholars Network was created by the National Center for Institutional Diversity. Designed to be a support system for students involved in research related to issues of social justice and diversity, this program creates a community of emerging scholars with similar research interests, offers resources for personal, professional, and academic growth, and connects students to prominent local and national professionals. Learn more about the program. Applications are due Wednesday, October 29.
Readers Needed for Readers & Best
The Ginsberg Center is partnering with the Athletic Department to provide one-time volunteer guest reading opportunities in Ann Arbor Public Schools. Readers & Best will allow U-M students to share the joy of reading with children in Ann Arbor elementary schools. Guest readers will read a pre-selected book that celebrates individuality and facilitate a post-reading activity. They will travel together in a U-M van and receive a lesson plan with needed materials. Sign up for a Friday session. Background checks required. Contact the Ginsberg Center for more information.
The Skimm
The Skimm is an email newsletter sent to individual's inboxes Monday through Friday morning. It gives a brief and witty update about the world news. Created by two ex-NBC producers, the Skimm is designed for people who do not have time to listen or read the news everyday. Subscribe to the Skimm.
Michigan Makers Volunteers Needed
The Michigan Makers project, a service learning activity sponsored by the U-M School of Information, is a chance to work in community with students grades 4-8 in the Ann Arbor area. On Wednesdays, Michigan Makers mentors bring activities and meet with students after school for 90 minutes. This is an opportunity to help students develop teamwork, perseverance, and creative thinking. Learn more about last year's Michigan Makers activities. Background checks are required. Contact Kristin for more information.
Collaborating with Alpha Phi Omega
Alpha Phi Omega, a community service fraternity on campus, is seeking to collaborate with other social justice oriented organizations on campus through their Social Action Committee. APO has approximately 400 members that are able to help with any projects or efforts currently in Ann Arbor and surrounding communities. If you are in charge or a member of an organization on campus and would be interested in co-creating community service/awareness projects, or are in need of assistance from APO, email Jaclyn.
Career Services Workshops
Assist NECHAMA in Flood Relief
NECHAMA: Jewish Response to Disaster is cleaning up homes in Detroit that have been damaged in the August floods and they need volunteer support. Learn about their recent efforts.
Human Rights Pilot Project
U-M has partnered with a handful of professors at other universities and Amnesty International (USA) to launch the Citizen Media Evidence Partnership (CMEP) Program. Through CMEP, trained stude nts evaluate still photos and video images posted on social media sites, like Instagram and YouTube, to support future human rights litigations. Participants are expected to volunteer 5-15 hours per week. No background in human rights is necessary. Learn more about the project, an example of the work being done, and links to useful background reading. All interested participants should email Anita with "CMEP" in the subject line.
Ann Arbor SOUP
Ann Arbor SOUP provides a unique opportunity for ideas and projects aimed at benefiting the Ann Arbor community to be supported and funded by the Ann Arbor community. Ann Arbor SOUP encourages student organizations, faculty, Ann Arbor community members, and local non profits to submit a proposal for their project. They host a community dinner where $5 gets attendees a SOUP dinner and a vote for which presented project wins the money raised that night. Join them Mondays at 8pm in 1024 Dana. Learn more about SOUP. Looking for funding for your group? Click here to apply to present at Ann Arbor SOUP.
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Scholarships and Funding Opportunities
Funding for Student Organizations
CASC students are involved in many activities around campus and we receive multiple requests for funding. CASC has a limited pool of money that CASC students are eligible to apply for. In order to apply for a CASC grant, you must be part of a registered student org and have an SOAS account. There are four funding deadlines throughout the year- October 1, December 1, January 15, and March 15. To apply for funding, students must submit a funding proposal that includes the following information: student org name, contact info, SOAS account number, event name, summary of event, date of event, complete budget. Email questions to [email protected].
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Jobs and Internships
NECHAMA: Jewish Response to Disaster
Application Deadline: October 24, 2014
Sweetland Peer Writing Consultant
The Sweetland Center for Writing is looking for interested students who enjoy writing and working with peers to improve their writing skills. They are currently recruiting undergraduate students in any discipline to join their Peer Writing Consultant Program. Ideal candidates write well, enjoy collaboration, and demonstrate reliable and conscientious behavior, and will have 24 credits (not including AP credits) by the start of the Winter 2014 term. Apply for the position.
Application Deadline: October 27, 12 PM
Organizers Needed for CTUL
The Centro de Trabajadores Unidos en Lucha is hiring two organizers, one to organize retail cleaning workers (must speak Spanish) and one to organize fast food workers in Minneapolis (Speaking Spanish is ideal, but not necessary). This is a great opportunity to work with a low wage worker organizing campaign. Learn more about CTUL.
Organizers Needed for Iowa CCI
Application Deadline: November 1, 2014
YBMen Project
Professor Watkins is seeking students to assist with a new project, "Implementing and Evaluating a Facebook Intervention for Young Black Men." The five-week project was developed due to the need for targeted interventions addressing the link between hegemonic masculine ideologies and poor mental health for college aged Black men. Students involved with the project will finalize Facebook content, monitor the Facebook group, screen potential participants, collect/analyze survey and interview data, and attend project meetings. Contact Professor Watkins to work with the project.
Living Arts Detroit
Living Arts is a nonprofit community and arts organization based in Southwest Detroit. Living Arts has been very effective in reaching over 3,000 youth in Detroit through in-school and out-of-school art programming. To continue this legacy and growth, Living Arts is currently seeking to fill three full-time managerial positions: Operations Manager, Director of Programs, and Director of Administration. For any questions or more details, contact Maria Schmieder.
United Teen Equality Center
UTECs nationally recognized model begins with intensive street outreach and gang peacemaking, reaching out to the most disconnected youth by meeting them "where they are at." UTEC engages youth in workforce development and alternative education. Social justice and civic engagement are embedded in all programming, with special emphasis in youth-led grassroots organizing, locally and statewide. UTEC has job openings in several departments. Visit their website to learn more.
Washtenaw Success by 6
The Success by 6 Great Start is a collaboration of over 40 organizations in Washtenaw County working to make positive change in the early childhood system. Their mission is to ensure that all children enter school with the skills ready to be successful. A major part of their work involves bringing organizations together to fill gaps or to encourage programs to work together to better meet the needs of young families. Learn more about this paid internship.
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University of MichiganSchool of Social Work1080 South University AvenueAnn Arbor, MI 48109-1106
Phone: (734) 763-5733
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